Question 12
Cell and Its EnvironmentWhich of the following can cause shrinkage of living cells?
- A.Deionized water.
- B.Hypertonic solution.
- C.Hypotonic solution.
- D.Isotonic solution.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (Hypertonic solution.)
Explanation
A hypertonic solution is more concentrated than the cell sap, so water leaves the cell by osmosis and the cell shrinks.